The Stef & Philips Foundation is offering grants to individuals and families residing in temporary and emergency accommodation in London, including single-parent households and care leavers transitioning to independent living. Grants are available for essential home or family items, training and education, recreational trips for children, and community initiatives that foster social inclusion and well-being. Two grant types are provided by the Foundation. Grants of up to £2,000 are available for community organisations supporting individuals. Outreach/social/care workers or legal professionals can also apply for grants of up to £200 on behalf of individuals. The closing date for applications is the 31st March 2024. Grants to Support Individuals and Families Living in Temporary and Emergency Accommodation (London)
Schools, charities and not for profit organisations in the UK can apply for funding for equipment that helps mentally, physical and socially disadvantaged children. The funding is made available through the Wooden Spoon Society’s Grants programme and has in the past provided funding for sensory rooms and gardens; playgrounds and outdoor spaces; specialist equipment and facilities; and projects that promote health and wellbeing. The funding available is for capital items only and will not support revenue costs such as staffing and other ongoing costs. There is no maximum grant limit but projects under £5,000 are unlikely to be considered. Applications can be submitted at any time. Equipment Grants for Disabled and Disadvantaged Young People (UK)
We are thrilled to announce our new centralised page for Volunteer Opportunities at Spark! – a hub of impactful collaboration and life-changing experiences.
Whether you’re looking to enrich lives or expand your own horizons, we have a variety of roles awaiting your unique talents:
🎓 Support career and employability activities in schools
🏢 Host insightful industry visits for students
🤝 Offer work experience opportunities
🚀 Become a one-on-one Career Mentor
Volunteering isn’t just about giving back; it’s a pathway to personal and professional growth.
✅Boost your health, stress levels, and mood
✅Enhance your leadership skills
✅Expand your professional network
✅Skyrocket your employment opportunities – with 60% of hiring managers valuing volunteering experiences
✅Deepen your sense of purpose and impact in the community
Ready to make a difference?
Dive into our pool of opportunities today and find the role that fits you best.
For more information, reach out to fayerounding@sparkcharity.org.uk
National Storytelling Week runs from 30th January to 6th February and is a celebration of the art of storytelling and the power of stories to connect, entertain, and inspire. During this week, people of all ages come together to share and enjoy stories in various forms, from traditional oral tales to modern narratives. It’s a time to appreciate the rich tapestry of human storytelling and its significance in our lives.
National Storytelling Week is an annual event that encourages individuals and communities to embrace the tradition of storytelling. It’s a time to celebrate the diverse ways in which stories are told, whether through spoken word, written narratives, theatre, film, or other creative mediums. This week provides a platform for storytellers, both amateur and professional, to showcase their talents and engage audiences with captivating tales.
A good read
We have a fantastic organisation in Hammersmith & Fulham that’s all about reading and storytelling – the Doorstep Library Network.
“Doorstep Library is a community-focused literacy charity dedicated to bringing the magic of books and the joy of reading directly into the homes of children across London and beyond who need our support. For us the ‘happy ever after’ is when we know the power of literacy and the joy of reading for pleasure are helping a child change their own story for good.”
Doorstep Library recruits and trains reading volunteers to go into disadvantaged areas of London and beyond, to help introduce young children to the pleasure and benefits of reading. Read on
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure the Olympia Charitable Trust achieves its core purpose.
We are looking for two people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. Trustees have a collective responsibility in relation to funding applications and will act as a group and not as individuals.
Deadline for applications: 21 February 2024.
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.